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‘My Property, My Trees’: New Tree-Cutting Law Divides N.Y. Town
When Robert Herbst returned to his hometown about 30 miles north of New York City in 1992, he wanted his children to be immersed in the lush greenery of his childhood. But over the decades, he noticed more trees coming down to make way for bigger houses.
Vassar Brothers named No. 1 hospital in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh metro area
POUGHKEEPSIE – Vassar Brothers Medical Center has been named the No. 1 hospital in the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro area and the No. 19 hospital in the state for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News also named the hospital as “High Performing” for the pulmonology & lung surgery...
Rochester trailblazer presented with New York State Women of Distinction award
Rochester, N.Y. - A trailblazer for the city's Latina community has received state recognition. Senator Jeremy Cooney announced on Friday that Daisy Rivera Algarin is the 2024 recipient of the New York State Women of Distinction Award. LAST YEAR'S EVENT | Midge Thomas honored as 2023 New York State Senate...
Bronx student creates online platform 'MerchMojo'
A high school student is paving the way for New Yorkers to spread the word about their favorite local businesses through t-shirts, hats and tote bags. Sebastian Merkatz, a rising high school senior, is the founder of “MerchMojo.”. ”MerchMojo” is an online marketplace for custom merchandise that connects New...
Fallsburg supervisor blindsided by state’s announced closure of prison
WOODBOURNE – Fallsburg Town Supervisor Michael Bensimon got no advanced notice from the state that it was going to shut down Sullivan Correctional Facility later this year. He learned of the decision at the same time prison employees received a memo from the state prison system on Thursday. “I...
‘You Cannot Throw Away Your Vote!’ View Hosts Absolutely Floored When Chris Christie Says He’s Not Voting for Trump or Dems
Chris Christie found himself deflecting attacks from all angles on The View after he dared to suggest that he may not vote for Trump or Democrats. The post ‘You Cannot Throw Away Your Vote!’ View Hosts Absolutely Floored When Chris Christie Says He’s Not Voting for Trump or Dems first appeared on Mediaite.
Allen Weisselberg, former Trump Org. CFO, released from jail after serving 100 days for lying during investigation
Former Trump Organization Chief Financial Officer Allen Weisselberg was released from jail after serving 100 days for lying during an investigation into Donald Trump’s real estate business.
Justin Timberlake Made the 'Worst' Move Possible in the Aftermath of His Arrest, Says PR Expert
It may be difficult for Justin Timberlake to recover from the backlash caused by his DWI arrest, says a PR expert as the singer gears up for an upcoming court hearing. Drea de Matteo Confirms the Unexpected Way Her Teen Son Contributes to Her OnlyFans Account After pleading not guilty following his June 18 arrest in Sag Harbor, New York, Timberlake, 43, has a July 26 court date but is not expected to appear in person as he will be in Poland for his world tour. However, the legal proceedings attached to his arrest isn’t the only battle Timberlake has to...
Jessica Biel Has ‘Moved On’ From Justin Timberlake’s DWI Drama: ‘She Didn’t Seem To Be Fazed’
Justin Timberlake claims he only “had one martini” and wasn’t drunk when he was arrested on June 18 around 1 a.m. for driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, NY — and his wife, Jessica Biel, apparently believes him. “Even though getting a DUI is very serious,...
“We Had No Choice”: Foo Fighters Forced To Cancel Concert for “The Safety of Our Fans”
While once playing alongside Kurt Cobain in Nirvana, the passing of the singer left a massive hole in the music industry and in drummer Dave Grohl. Wanting to still share his love for music, the musician formed the group Foo Fighters. Since the release of their first album in 1995, the band recorded a total of 11 studio albums. Their last, But Here We Are, hit shelves just last year. While touring and recording music, the Foo Fighter recently had to cancel a concert when dangerous weather moved in. Upset over the decision, Grohl shared his remorse for ending the concert early.
Mom, 27, thinks she’s having a heart attack days after giving birth. It was a tear in her aorta
When the neck pain began, Amani Odom placed a warm compress on it to soothe her muscles. Soon a jolt of pain “shot straight to (her) chest.”. “I immediately shot out of bed and was gasping for air and gripping my chest,” Odom, 27, of New York City, tells TODAY.com. “My partner’s confused. He’s thinking I’m having a panic attack but I’m like, ‘No, this is not an episode. My chest is really tight.’”
Anthony Volpe has lost all credibility as future Yankees cornerstone player
Think we want to write this? Think we didn't wait as long as we possibly could before we absolutely had to write this? Well, here you have it, Yankees fans: Anthony Volpe can no longer be considered a real, everyday player for New York. Time to remove the kid gloves.
J. Michael Cline Dies In Fall From Midtown Manhattan Hotel Suite; Fandango Founder Was 64
J. Michael Cline, a founding investor and former chairman of online ticketing service Fandango, died Tuesday after falling from the window of a high-rise hotel in midtown Manhattan. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries The New York Post had the news first. The NYPD confirmed to Deadline that a man of that name and age, 64, fell from the Kimberly Hotel at 145 East 50th. Reports said he died by suicide and left a note. Cline was a managing partner at Accretive, which funds start-up companies, and the executive chairman of Juxtapose, which has a similar...
Governor Hochul unveils new digital portal to boost affordable child care in NY
Governor Kathy Hochul Friday announced the launch of New York's new digital portal that will help improve access to affordable child care. Alongside NY Senator Kristen Gillibrand at the Club Fed Childcare center on Clinton Avenue in Albany, made the announcement.
This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
The Deadliest Tornados In New York State History
Nearly 30 New Yorkers have passed away due to a tornado. New York State just set a record for the most tornados in one month. According to NY Databases.com nearly 30 people have been killed in tornados since 1950. With all these tornados touching down, we looked into the deadliest...
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